Ornamental Plant Grower

Ornamental Plant Grower | Enfield, North London | Full Time | £28,000 - £40,000, depending on experience and expertise

Our client is a renowned family-run business with over 50 years of excellence in growing and selling award-winning pond plants. Known across the UK for our top-tier quality, vast plant selection, and exceptional service, they supply a wide range of aquatic plants to Garden Centres, Landscapers, and Internet retailers.

Their offerings include over 150 varieties of marginal plants, 40 varieties of water lilies, and a host of oxygenating, floating plants and moisture lovers.

They are seeking a passionate and experienced Ornamental Plant Grower to join their dedicated team. This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in plant care and has a keen eye for quality. As a Grower, you'll have full responsibility for nurturing the plants from the propagation stage until they leave the nursery. This hands-on role requires attention to detail, independence, and a true commitment to maintaining the health and appearance of plants.

The employer is looking for someone who is either ready to take on increased responsibilities over time or simply excels in a stable grower role. Whether you're looking to grow within the company or bring your reliable expertise to our team, they welcome both ambition and consistency.

Are you the right person for the job?

• Strong background in horticulture, ideally with aquatic or ornamental plants
• Proven plant care and propagation skills
• You must be practical or mechanically inclined
• Able to manage others would be an advantage
• Ability to work independently and with attention to detail
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to the role
• Experience in a nursery or horticultural setting (preferred)
• You must be flexible and able to do what is required to keep the business successful

What will your role look like?

• Oversee plant care and growth, ensuring each plant meets our high-quality standards
• Run and maintain a potting machine and irrigation system
• Manage the nursery's potting and growing areas
• Coordinate with the propagation team
• Pot and prepare the correct quantity and quality of plants
• Monitor plant health, perform regular quality checks, and address any issues promptly
• Contribute to maintaining a clean and efficient nursery environment

What can you expect in return?

• Annual profit-based bonus for eligible team members, based on personal and company-wide achievements
• Career Growth Opportunities – our client is looking for someone who's eager to take on responsibility and grow with the company, although they also value dedicated professionals who want to focus on their craft
• Work with a dedicated team passionate about plants and customer service
• You will be welcomed into a caring team that goes above and beyond to support each other, fostering a positive and low-stress work environment where people thrive. You will be a friendly, easy-going person who values collaboration and helps to make the workplace enjoyable for everyone

To note

Our client is based in a rural location, it is preferred that you have your own transport. The company plan to relocate in the next 1–2 years (exact location TBC) and are open to offering a relocation package for candidates willing to move with them in the future.

If your CV is successful, the employer will have a chat with you via telephone and then invite you in for an interview.

If you're enthusiastic, skilled, and ready to make a real impact in a family-run, award-winning nursery, click “APPLY” now!

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